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“With these long-held links, it’s an honour to unveil the ‘Spirit of Glasgow’ on the year of the airport’s anniversary.

“Loganair currently operates 12 routes through Glasgow Airport and we look forward to continuing this successful relationship.”

The first aircraft to land at Glasgow Airport was piloted by Loganair Captain Kenneth Foster who sadly passed away in April, just before the 50 anniversary.

A Cherokee 6 plane was used in a test-flight to ensure the new runway was able to pass the extensive criteria set by then Ministry of Aviation enabling it to officially open for business on 2 May 1966.

After a gap of 50 years, it was discovered that the Cherokee 6 was still operating and being used as a skydiving aircraft by the Wingglider Flying Club based at Hibaldstow Airfield in North Lincolnshire.

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The airport was reunited with the aircraft in May this year when the inaugural landing was recreated to mark the 50-year anniversary.

Amanda McMillan said: “Glasgow Airport and Loganair have both enjoyed a shared history going back five decades.

“During this time we have both grown significantly and our strong and mutually-supportive relationship continues to thrive today.

“We were honored to play our part in helping Loganair celebrate their own golden anniversary at the airport in 2012.

“Christening the aircraft ‘The Spirit of Glasgow’ to mark our 50-year anniversary is a fantastic gesture and we’re grateful to Loganair for their support in this our celebratory year.”

Glasgow Airport is celebrating its golden anniversary in 2016. It was officially opened by Her Majesty the Queen on 27 June 1966. Last month, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Glasgow Airport to mark its 50-year anniversary.